Conference Producer

Tahaluf is the largest B2B live and on-demand events organiser in Saudi Arabia by space, attendance, colleagues, and revenue. It is a joint venture between Informa PLC, the Saudi Federation for Cybersecurity, Programming and Drones (SAFCSP), and the Events Investment Fund (EIF).

Tahaluf is bold, visionary, and determined to make an impact. Our team fosters a culture of collaboration, creativity, and a little fun, here teamwork rules and work feels as exciting as the events we create. Scaling at this pace also requires exceptional local partners, and Tahaluf is proud to work with a range of government and non-government organisations at the forefront of Saudi Arabia’s B2B and B2C large-scale events scene.

Be part of something BIG with Tahaluf’s series of record-breaking events: LEAP and Cityscape - the largest events in the world in their respective fields of tech and real estate; Black Hat MEA - a Guinness World Record holder for the largest CTF competition during the event; and CPHI Middle East - the largest pharma debut event in history, to name just a few. Tahaluf is making a huge impact on the global events sector.

Join our ambitious and highly committed team, unafraid to push boundaries and disrupt the status quo. From day one, you’ll dive into large-scale projects under the guidance of a supportive leadership team that will encourage your personal development and open doors to new opportunities.

Cityscape has been the launchpad for thousands of successful real estate projects over the last 20 years. Supported by the Saudi Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, and every Saudi GIGA project under one roof, Cityscape Global saw a record-breaking 2024 edition – with 172,000+ attendees, 560+ speakers, US$61 billion in announced investments, and institutional investors managing over $3 trillion in AUM.

We are now looking for an experienced Conference Producer to join us and add their knowledge and innovative ideas to the region's leading real estate event.

You will have the opportunity to speak to expert speakers from all over the world, and sell the unique opportunity to showcase their knowledge and expertise at our event. With meticulous organisational skills, you will be responsible for managing the speakers and order of show on-site at the event.

What you will do

Conference Production

• Produce high-level, relevant industry conference programs
• Manage competitions and create interactive experiences for attendees
• Develop and implement debate formats and other engaging content styles
• Liaise with key professionals/institutions, and companies
• Collaborate with the marketing and sponsorship teams and attend sales meetings as appropriate
• Conduct post-show analysis of the event, including job title analysis

Market Research and Industry Networks

• Effectively research topics with relevant industry professionals and target markets
• Develop new conference ideas and program content through meetings and tele-research
• Identify key opinion leaders, institutions, and companies related to the event
• Build and maintain relationships to develop conferences with relevant topics and speakers
• Explore additional add-ons to attract more delegates (workshops, poster sessions, association partnerships)

Speaker & Delegate Liaison

• Engage with recommended speakers and confirm their attendance
• Ensure the speaker database is updated with current and accurate information
• Liaise and network with speakers, exhibitors and delegates on-site
• Assist with onsite duties as required for the duration of the event

What you will bring

• Proven experience in conference production
• Excellent presentation skills and PowerPoint proficiency
• Strong Excel capabilities for managing speaker data
• Proven ability to source and secure high-quality speakers
• Creative thinking to develop engaging, interactive session formats
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Strong research capabilities and commercial awareness
• Demonstrable copywriting skills
• Brand and market awareness

What would be helpful

• Arabic Speaking
• Conference production experience in real estate, finance and investment, or political conferences

What you will get

• Competitive bonus
• BUPA Medical Insurance for you and your family
• Annual leave – 25 days
• Remote working on Sundays
• Working anywhere – 1 month every year
• Wellbeing Benefits
• Residency visa including yearly dependent fees
• School fees contribution, 40,000 SAR per child per year (up to a max of three children)
• Individual annual flight allowance for expats

International Relocation Package*

• Paid flight to Riyadh – for you and your family (up to a max of three children)
• 60 days of accommodation or a suitable serviced apartment from your arrival date, or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
• Up to SAR 2,500 reimbursement of shipping goods/excess baggage costs
• Individual paid flight home and an end-of-service gratuity payment when leaving the company*

Local Relocation Package*

• Paid flight to Riyadh – individual and family (up to a max of three children)
• 30 days accommodation or a suitable serviced apartment from your arrival date, or a one-off payment of SAR 5,000
• Up to SAR 2,500 reimbursement of shipping goods/excess baggage costs
• If eligible

We work hard to make sure life at Tahaluf is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. We don't just accept difference, we celebrate it. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and circumstances and base hiring decisions on relevant qualifications and merit. We are proud to provide a disability-friendly environment. If you require any support or adjustments to participate in our interview or selection processes, please let us know.